[ Balthier smiles. It's always a joy that David will express exactly how he feels about something. ]

I know you do. Thank you. I think, at the bottom of my heart, I have faith in them. But I never gave myself time to worry, or grieve, and I think that's making its way to the surface now that I know the worst is not going to come to pass.

[ He shifts so he can see David's face, cupping it in his hand and just smiling at this man he loves so much. ]

Fran was very kind in not getting tired of hearing about you. She'd like to meet you.

[ He'll ignore it's not possible just yet, but he's heard rumors of people taking others home since he got back. Maybe some day. ]